Practice Allocation Methods - Managing File Data On Disk (8.3) - File System Implementation - Deep Dive into Persistent Storage Management
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Allocation Methods - Managing File Data on Disk

Practice - Allocation Methods - Managing File Data on Disk

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is contiguous allocation?

💡 Hint: Think about how files are organized next to each other.

Question 2 Easy

What are the key advantages of linked allocation?

💡 Hint: Consider how files can be positioned on the disk.

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Question 1

What is the main advantage of contiguous allocation?

Easy to implement
Fast sequential access
No fragmentation

💡 Hint: Think about how quickly data can be accessed when it's all together.

Question 2

True or False: Linked allocation can lead to external fragmentation.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how linked structures are formed without worrying about adjacent space.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Propose a system that mitigates the disadvantages of contiguous allocation while still maintaining some of its speed benefits. Discuss how you would implement it.

💡 Hint: Consider balancing speed with fragmentation concerns.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a file management system that adapts its allocation strategy based on the access patterns of files. Explain your rationale and the expected outcomes.

💡 Hint: Think about how different access patterns impact file allocation.

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